Furacilin ointment
Furacilin ointment: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Drug interactions
- 10. Analogs
- 11. Terms and conditions of storage
- 12. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 13. Reviews
- 14. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: FURACILIN OINMENT
ATX code: D08AF01
Active ingredient: nitrofural (nitrofural)
Producer: Tula Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia), Yaroslavl Pharmaceutical Factory (Russia)
Description and photo update: 06.06.2018
Furacilin ointment is an antimicrobial drug.
Release form and composition
The dosage form of the drug is 0.2% ointment (25 g each in a dark glass can, 1 can in a cardboard box).
The composition of the ointment (in 100 g):
- active substance: nitrofural - 0.2 g;
- auxiliary component: petroleum jelly.
Pharmacological properties
Nitrofural is a nitrofuran derivative that has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. It is active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (including Staphylococcus spp., Streptococcus spp., Escherichia coli, Clostridium perfringens).
There is no clinically significant resistance to the drug.
Indications for use
According to the instructions, Furacilin ointment is used in the following conditions:
- bedsores;
- burns of II – III degree;
- purulent wounds;
- frostbite II – III degree;
- superficial damage to the skin (scratches, cuts, abrasions, cracks);
- conjunctivitis;
- blepharitis;
- osteomyelitis;
- empyema of the paranasal sinuses;
- urinary tract infections;
- acute otitis media (external and middle);
- acute tonsillitis;
- stomatitis;
- gingivitis.
Contraindications
- allergic dermatoses;
- bleeding;
- increased sensitivity to the components of the drug.
Instructions for the use of Furacilin ointment: method and dosage
Furacilin ointment is applied externally, applying a thin layer 2-3 times a day. Duration of use is 7-10 days.
Side effects
When using the drug, dermatitis and allergic reactions may occur.
Overdose
Overdose cases with external use of the drug are unknown.
special instructions
Before starting use, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
Drug interactions
There is currently no data on interaction with other drugs.
Analogs
There is no information about analogues of Furacilin ointment.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store at 8-18 ° C, do not expose to light sources. Keep out of the reach of children.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Furacilin ointment
Reviews of Furacilin ointment on the network are few, but they assure that the drug helps in wound healing.
The price of Furacilin ointment in pharmacies
The approximate price for Furacilin ointment is 45 rubles.
Maria Kulkes Medical journalist About the author
Education: First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
